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Black & Decker GT26 User Manual

Black & Decker GT26
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Black & Decker GT26 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBlack & Decker
ModelGT26
CategoryTrimmer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

HEDGETRIMMER GT26/GT246/GT250/GT251/GT260/GT261/GT262

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Declares products conform to EU directives and standards.

INTENDED USE

Specifies the tool's purpose for consumer hedge trimming.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Provides essential warnings and guidelines for safe operation.

Warning symbols

Explains symbols indicating risks of injury or electric shock.

Know your tool

Advises reading the manual and understanding basic safety precautions.

General Safety and Operation

Consider work area environment

Guidelines for safe working area conditions, lighting, and debris.

Keep children away

Instructions to ensure children and pets stay clear of the work area.

Dress properly

Advice on appropriate clothing and hair covering for safety.

Personal protection

Recommends safety glasses, dust masks, and ear protection.

Guard against electric shock

Tips to prevent electric shock, including RCD use.

Do not overreach

Emphasizes maintaining proper footing and balance during use.

Stay alert

Advises users to stay focused and avoid operating when tired.

Secure workpiece

Suggests using clamps to secure workpieces for safer operation.

Remove keys and adjusting wrenches

Reminder to remove tools before operation.

Extension cables

Guidance on using and inspecting outdoor-rated extension cables.

Use appropriate tool

Stresses using the tool for its intended purpose and not forcing it.

Check for damaged parts

Instructions to inspect the tool for damage before each use.

Unplug the tool

Advises unplugging the tool when not in use or for maintenance.

Avoid unintentional starting

Precautions against accidental activation, especially when plugging in.

Do not abuse cord

Warnings against carrying or pulling the tool by its cord.

Store idle tools

Recommendations for storing tools securely and out of reach.

Maintain tools with care

Advice on keeping tools clean, sharp, and well-maintained.

Repairs

Instructions for qualified repairs using original spare parts.

Additional safety instructions for hedgetrimmers

Specific safety tips for operating hedgetrimmers.

Do not expose the tool to rain or high humidity

Warning against using the tool in wet conditions.

Keep the cable away from the blades

Safety advice to prevent cutting the power cord.

Practical instruction by an experienced user

Suggests seeking guidance for first-time hedgetrimmer users.

Never touch the blades while the tool is running

Critical safety warning about moving blades.

Regularly check the blades for damage and wear

Importance of blade inspection for safe and effective operation.

Take care to avoid any foreign objects

Caution to avoid hitting hard objects that can damage blades or the tool.

Should the tool start to vibrate abnormally

Action to take if abnormal vibration occurs – switch off immediately.

If the tool stalls, immediately switch it off

Procedure for when the tool stalls – switch off and remove obstructions.

Additional safety instructions for Australia and New Zealand

Specific safety notes for users in Australia and New Zealand.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Information on voltage compatibility and double insulation.

Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)

Guidelines for safely replacing the mains plug in specific regions.

ASSEMBLY AND USE

Before assembly, make sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged

Essential safety step before starting assembly.

Fit the blade sheath over the blades

Instruction for initial assembly step.

Fitting the guard (fig. B)

Steps for correctly attaching the safety guard.

Connecting the tool to the mains (fig. C)

Procedure for connecting the hedgetrimmer to a power source.

The extension cable must be suitable for outdoor use

Requirement for extension cables used with the tool.

CARTON CONTENTS

Lists the items included in the product packaging.

Let the tool work at its own pace

Advice on efficient and safe tool operation.

Carefully guide the cable

Tips for managing the power cord to avoid cutting it.

Switching on and off (fig. D)

Explanation of the tool's dual switching system for safety.

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

Switching on

How to start the hedgetrimmer using the dual switches.

Switching off

How to stop the hedgetrimmer by releasing the switches.

Never attempt to lock a switch in the on position

Critical safety warning against disabling the safety feature.

Hints for optimum use

Techniques for effective and precise hedge trimming.

Guidelines for trimming (UK & Ireland)

Recommended trimming schedules for different plant types in the UK/Ireland.

Guidelines for trimming (Australia & New Zealand)

Recommended trimming schedules for plant types in Australia/New Zealand.

Before performing any maintenance, switch off and unplug the tool

Essential safety precaution before maintenance.

After use, carefully clean the blades

Procedure for cleaning blades after each use to prevent rust.

Regularly clean the ventilation slots

Advice on cleaning air vents for proper tool function.

Regularly clean the motor housing

Guidance on cleaning the tool's exterior casing.

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

Information on product recycling services.

GUARANTEE

Details of the product guarantee and warranty terms.

Technical Data and Other Products

Technical data

Specifications and performance metrics for various hedgetrimmer models.

OTHER OUTDOOR TOOLS

Information on other Black & Decker outdoor power tool ranges.

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